Soviet History Tour in Moscow with Private Local Guide

Name: Soviet History Tour in Moscow with Private Local Guide
Brand: Friendly Local Guides Moscow
SKU: dda8da5b-6deb-4504-a7c2-374906872d31

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Summary

Choose a time to suit your schedule and greet your private guide at your Moscow accommodation. Receive a historical overview of Soviet Moscow as you stroll towards Red Square (Krasnaya Ploschad), whose entrance is heralded by the impressive Resurrection Gate. After admiring the grand exterior of Lenin’s Mausoleum, you’ll wander around Alexander Garden, which harbors the Ruined Grotto. Then, head underground to visit five of Moscow’s most elaborate metro stations, which are characterized by chandeliers, marble pillars, and golden sculptures. Amble around Revolution Square and Victory Park, delving deep into Russian history, and then browse exhibits within the Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics. Alternatively, you can choose to visit VDNKh Soviet Park and marvel at 50 elaborate pavilions, each one dedicated to a former Soviet state, and the Cosmonaut Museum. Enjoy a break for a traditional Russian lunch (own expense). Your tour concludes with a visit to Bunker 42, a former secret Soviet hideout, before drop-off at your accommodation or somewhere downtown.

Tour info

Duration

5 hours

Why take this tour?

On this 5-hour private Soviet tour you'll see the famous Red Square, home to the monument to Minin and Pozharsky, Lobnoe Mesto and the Lenin's Mausoleum, next to which were buried political and military figures of the Soviet state. Find out the secrets of the Kremlin and try Soviet ice-cream in GUM (at your own expense). Learn about the last Russian Tsar Nicholas II passing by the Historical Museum and the Kazan Cathedral. Admire St. Basil's Cathedral and the unique architectural ensemble which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a metro ride to one of the deepest metro stations in the world, Victory Park, and explore the legendary park devoted to the WWII, or head to the VDNKh (VVC) and see some of the 50 great pavilions all designed in different styles and representing former Soviet Republics.

What’s included?

All taxes
Private tour
Friendly local guide
Multiple starts times available
Customized itinerary
Flexibility during the tour
Iconic places for photo-shoot
Meeting in the hotel
Expert local advice where to go and what to do after the tour
All the most historic Soviet sites of Moscow
Food and drinks
Entrance fees (if any, depending on your preferences)
Entry/Admission - State Security Building Lubyanka
Entry/Admission - Museum of Moscow Metro
Entry/Admission - Moscow
Entry/Admission - Bunker-42 Cold War Museum at Taganka

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 5h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Guides required to regularly wash hands
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Face masks required for guides in public areas

We are serious about taking extra precautions to stop the spread of this virus by practicing regular hand washing and sanitization. We practice social distancing measures through providing private tours only.This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

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Friendly Local Guides Moscow

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Fun private tours of Moscow, Saint Petersburg, New York, Paris and Los Angeles. Fun facts, must sees and off the beaten path. Your private guide is your local friend!